the setting for a narrative or fictional or dramatic account

an inquiry into public opinion conducted by interviewing a random sample of people

a large piece of fabric (usually canvas fabric) by means of which wind is used to propel a sailing vessel

a tent made of canvas fabric

an oil painting on canvas fabric

the mat that forms the floor of the ring in which boxers or professional wrestlers compete

a heavy, closely woven fabric (used for clothing or chairs or sails or tents)

get the opinions (of people) by asking specific questions

solicit votes from potential voters in an electoral campaign

consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning

a petitioner who solicits contributions or trade or votes

someone who examines votes at an election

someone who conducts surveys of public opinion

a person who takes or counts votes

persuasion of voters in a political campaign